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It wasn’t flashy, but it was effective – JCCC pulls out 66-56 win at Labette

The photo shows a basketball game in action inside an indoor gymnasium. The main focus is on two players: one wearing a white jersey with yellow and blue trim, who is leaping into the air to take a jump shot, holding the basketball high above their head. The other player, in a dark jersey with the number 13 on the back, is attempting to block the shot with an outstretched arm.
In the background, there are visible elements of the gym such as overhead lights, a scoreboard, and blue wall padding along the lower section of the wall. The lighting is bright, and the scene captures the intensity of the play, emphasizing the height and reach of both athletes during this moment.
Tavian Cruse goes up for a shot in the paint.

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. -  The No. 3-ranked Johnson County Community College men's basketball team relied on defense and rebounding to grind out a 66–56 victory over last-place Labette Community College, extending its unbeaten streak to 25 games.

The Cavaliers controlled the glass and made timely shots when needed, doing just enough offensively to stay in command.

Tavian Cruse registered his 30th double-double of the season to tie a team career record. The sophomore forward finished with 12 points on 6-of-11 shooting and grabbed 13 rebounds.

Freshman guard Avian Webb led JCCC in scoring with 15 points, hitting 5-of-8 shots with three 3-pointers. Sophomore Aidan Wing followed with 13 points, seven rebounds and four assists and Joey Robinson posted a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds.

Vontay Robinson led Labette with 19 points and Donnie Watts added 12 points.

Johnson County (25-0, 9-0) will host Fort Scott Community College (14-11/on Wednesday night, February 18 at 7:30 p.m. A victory would secure a conference championship for the Cavaliers.